Major Public Acts Now Released

Every year, the Office of Legislative Research (OLR), the Office of Fiscal Analysis (OFA), and the Legislative Commissioners’ Office (LCO) compile a report of the major issues passed during the 2017 Legislative Session.

However, this year, the report does not include an OFA budget summary because the General Assembly did not adopt a budget by the end of the regular session. A supplemental report will be issued when that information becomes available.

OLR provides brief descriptions on a number of issues in this report including legislation on opioid drugs, education, transportation and the state’s business climate, among others.

I encourage you to take a look at the full report by clicking here.

I’ve spent many hours over the last year working with my colleagues in the legislature as well as individuals affected by crumbling foundations in an attempt to address this issue and provide relief for all parties impacted by this problem.

This session, I introduced seven bills that sought to alleviate the problem of crumbling foundations in various ways. I’m very disappointed that after a long process, and over 20 bills submitted, they were all stalled in the legislative process. We have received notice from the House Majority Leader that this matter will be taken up during special session this year.

Stay tuned for more updates!